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Mariah Mayhem! Trivia Quiz

A die hard fan's quiz of the talented and beautiful singer/songwriter/producer/ICON..., Mariah Carey! Are you a true fan? You'll be needing your "Mimi hat" for this one!

A multiple-choice quiz by J_Butterfly. Estimated time: 5 mins.

Author
J_Butterfly

Time
5 mins

Type
Multiple Choice

Quiz #
245,102

Updated
Dec 03 21

# Qns
10

Difficulty
Tough

Avg Score
5 / 10

Plays
901

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Question 1 of 10

1. Mariah has often stated that growing up multiracial made her feel like she was an outsider. Mariah's mother is Irish-American. What race is her father? Hint

African American and Venezulan

Puerto Rican and Russian

Native American

Puerto Rican

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Question 2 of 10

2. In high school Mariah was absent often due to working on her demos late into the morning. What was Mariah's nickname at her high school because of her absenteeism? Hint

Moody

Mirage

Invisa-riah

M&M's (Mariah's Missing)

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Question 3 of 10

3. What was Mariah's first record label? Hint

Columbia

RCA

Arista

Island Def Jam

4. Mariah was the first artist in history to have her first five singles go to the top spot on "Billboards Hot 100". However, another diva holds the record for most consecutive number one singles with seven. Who is she? Hint

Madonna

Whitney Houston

Celine Dion

Shania Twain

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Question 5 of 10

5. Of these four albums, which one was Mariah's greatest commercial success? Hint

Daydream

The Emancipation of Mimi

Music Box

Mariah Carey

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Question 6 of 10

6. With what legend did Mariah co-write "If It's Over" (1992)? Hint

Barbara Streisand

Stevie Wonder

Aretha Franklin

Carole King

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Question 7 of 10

7. Mariah has mentioned Stevie Wonder as a major influence for her as an artist. She got a chance to pay homage to her idol at an event honoring the legend in 2002. What Stevie song did she sing? Hint

You and I

I Just Called To Say I Love You

Ribbon In the Sky

Until You Come Back To Me

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Question 8 of 10

8. Mariah and longtime writing partner/collaborater Walter Afanasieff created many of Mariah's well known hits together. Which song was not written by both Mariah and Walter? Hint

Can't Let Go

Hero

Vision of Love

Butterfly

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Question 9 of 10

9. Besides being known for amazing music, Mariah has gotten the acting buzz as well. She appeared in the independent film, "Wisegirls" (2002), alongside co-star Mira Sorvino. What was the name of Mariah's character? Hint

Raychel

Rita

Minnie

Billie

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Question 10 of 10

10. Mariah, more than anything else, is known for her voice and all of those high notes! Do you know how many octaves she has in those pipes? Hint

five octaves

ten octaves

seven octaves

six octaves

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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts

1. Mariah has often stated that growing up multiracial made her feel like she was an outsider. Mariah's mother is Irish-American. What race is her father?

Answer: African American and Venezulan

The song "Outside", from Mariah's hugely successful album "Butterfly", is based on Mariah's insecurities of never feeling like she belonged.

2. In high school Mariah was absent often due to working on her demos late into the morning. What was Mariah's nickname at her high school because of her absenteeism?

Answer: Mirage

Despite never being there, Mariah still managed to graduate from Harbor fields High School in Greenlawn, New York. Now, she is everywhere! No one can call her Mirage anymore!

3. What was Mariah's first record label?

Answer: Columbia

Mariah was signed with Columbia in 1988.

Answer: Whitney Houston

Mariah was compared to Whitney Houston early in her career. There were even rumors that the two divas were feuding and couldn't stand one another. Those rumors were all put to rest when the two lovely ladies teamed up for 1998's "When You Believe", a duet from the film, "The Prince of Egypt". Beautiful song from two talented divas!

5. Of these four albums, which one was Mariah's greatest commercial success?

Answer: Music Box

"Music Box",debuted in 1993. It has sold more than 28 million copies worldwide!

6. With what legend did Mariah co-write "If It's Over" (1992)?

Answer: Carole King

This song was featured on Mariah's album, "Emotions"(1992). She sang it live on her MTV Unplugged concert, which was released as an album that same year. She mentioned that she wrote the song with one of her idols, Carole King.

7. Mariah has mentioned Stevie Wonder as a major influence for her as an artist. She got a chance to pay homage to her idol at an event honoring the legend in 2002. What Stevie song did she sing?

Answer: You and I

"You and I" originally appeared on Stevie's album, "Talking Book" (1972). Mariah's soaring rendition of the song was seen on the 2002 BET special, "Walk of Fame: Stevie Wonder".

8. Mariah and longtime writing partner/collaborater Walter Afanasieff created many of Mariah's well known hits together. Which song was not written by both Mariah and Walter?

Answer: Vision of Love

Mariah has written and collaborated with a host of writers and producers in her career. "Vision of Love "was Mariah's first single, and was written by Mariah, and produced with Ben Margulies.

Answer: Raychel

"Wisegirls", was Mariah's next movie following her performance in 2001's disaster, "Glitter". Critics gave great reviews for her portrayal of the fast-talking and streetwise waitress, Raychel. Great movie and performance.

10. Mariah, more than anything else, is known for her voice and all of those high notes! Do you know how many octaves she has in those pipes?

Answer: five octaves

Mariah is best known for her "whistle" register. A skill Mariah mastered from one of her greatest influences, singer Minnie Ripperton. What an amazing gift she has!

Source: Author J_Butterfly

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